events.

let's collaborate...let's create.

cafe con libros is a feminist community bookstore catering to folks who are book lovers, coffee aficionados, or both. we aim to provide space for anyone seeking a community of readers and thinkers and, to spread the love of reading as a source of healing and joy.

cafe con libros will also provide community programming to include a book club, book fairs for children and young adults, prison outreach, and when possible, host local artist.

in solidarity with our community, we wish to open our space for use free of charge in service of a broader, collective endeavor.

lovingly,

kqd & rfc.

let's collaborate...let's create.

let's collaborate...let's create.

organizer's name: *

organizer's name:

First Name

Last Name

email address: *

contact number:

our intention...

cafe con libros is a dedicated feminist space. we wish to elevate and complicate the diverse stories of womyn around the globe. we aim to collaborate with community members who share similar vibrations, intentions, and wishes for our community. while we value all stories, we stand firm in our commitment to feminist/womanist politics and therefore, all community events must strive to welcome, serve and/or represent womyn.

name of the event... *

name of the event:

is this an art exhibition? *

if yes, is your art for sale? *

in the case your art is for sale, cafe con libros request a commission of 20%.

do you agree to remit 20% of revenue from sales of your art at cafe con libros to cafe con libros?

is this a closed event? *

a closed event means you are completely responsible for inviting and securing participants. while we may post the event on the website as a testimony to the type of events we support, we will make it clear the event is closed. private events requires a signed contract.

if yes, is there an entrance fee? *

cafe con libros is honored and grateful to be able to offer our space free of charge. therefore, we prefer event organizers not to charge an entrance fee. however, we respect the hustle and struggle so, if a fee must be charged, we trust that the amount is within integrity.

date

date

MM

DD

YYYY

start and end time... *

our greatest intention is to support our community with the least amount of barriers and complications. in that spirit, in order to honor the primary purpose of the space, all events must begin close to or after closing time. In addition, events must begin and end on time. if after one hour and in the absence of extenuating circumstances, there are no participants, we reserve the right to cancel the event.

purpose/intention/how does this event serve the community: *

audience (target & anticipated amount): *

Cafe con Libros is a small space that facilitates intimacy and connection. The cap on attendees is 25-30 community members.

logistics

cafe con libros will act as collaborators in outside community events. we ask that we collectively share the responsibility of ensuring the event is safe, fun, and welcoming to all folks.

will you need chairs? *

if yes, how many? *

5-10

11-15

16-20

21-25

would you like us to order pastries? *

would you like us to promote on social media?

in support of your event, we will create a FB event, post on Twitter, and market the event on our website. while we see ourselves as partners in each endeavor, we believe and expect the majority of the marketing to be accomplished by the organizer.

will you create a flier? *

in exchange...

in exchange for the use of the space, we are asking that you encourage your invitees to patronize the cafe by buying coffee, books, and/or pastries. in addition, we ask that they positively review the space, post pictures and tag us, and generally spread the word about cafe con libros.

are you willing to commit to our exchange policy? *

do you have any questions or concerns about our exchange policy? *

in closing...

thank you so much for choosing cafe con libros to collaborate with you. we appreciate your support and, service to the community. someone from our team will be in touch within 36-48 hours. we will forward an event space use contract that will formally reiterate our working agreement. we look forward to connecting. -kqd & rfc.

Yoruba Mythology: The God and Goddess of Yorubaland Coloring Book Launch Party

Yoruba Mythology Coloring Book: The Gods and Goddesses of Yorubaland is a therapeutic art form to spark the discovery of an African culture of spirituality, while guiding discussions among parents, children, and other adults.

Images in the 24-page soft cover coloring book reflect and celebrate people of darker hues, kinky hair, wide hips, thick bodies and full lips.

Please join us for the launch party. This event is open and free to the public. The author will be present and available for signing. Wine and cheese will be provided over live music.